How To Fix MC789 - Could not configure restriction on shared tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 789

• Message text: Could not configure restriction on shared tables

What causes this issue?

It was not possible to configure the shared tables restriction due to a
setting in a parallel process.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the current setting and then try to configure the restriction
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC789 - Could not configure restriction on shared tables ?

  The SAP error message MC789, which states "Could not configure restriction on shared tables," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's data management, particularly when dealing with the configuration of shared tables in the context of the Material Management (MM) or Logistics modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to configure restrictions on shared tables.
  Configuration Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the system that prevent the proper setup of shared tables.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks or corruption, can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system itself, particularly if you are using an outdated version.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC789 error, you can take the